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- 01/13/2018 at 2:39 AM
  Floppyhoppybunnies
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  My rabbits are typical and do not enjoy being picked up. But lately I wonder if maybe my female likes it a little bit. She licks me when I pick her up. I am unsure if it is affection or if it is her way of communicating that she would like to be free please. I used to think she was licking as a warning to “put me down or I will bite” but she hasn’t bitten me (she did once about 2 years ago but I was mean and picked her up in a blanket, I dont blame her for that one! Mumma had to learn that’s NOT polite!). When I put her down she will thump, so I figured she hates it, but lately on being put down she will lick my feet or come and kiss my face if I have lowered myself to the floor with her. I wonder if she is just extra itchy right now so doesnt mind being held as much. They are a different pressure of lick to when we do cuddle time kisses.
  
  What do you think? Is she saying “I love the cuddles” or “I tolerate you and this is a warning kiss” ?
- 01/13/2018 at 5:57 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  I’d say the latter than former. Wick licks me when he wants to be put down from being picked up, and will lick me afterwards as a thank you for putting him down.
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 01/13/2018 at 2:12 PM
  YandereCapybara
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  Poro does the same, but since she tends to snuggle into my jacket and naps for a bit, I’m going to assume they like it.
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